Idaho · Pools and spas

The public pool and spa rules in force in Idaho now.

IDAPA 16.02.14, Rules Governing Construction and Operation of public swimming pools/spas. Enforced by Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare; enforced by the 7 regional Public Health Districts. Verified on the primary source, re-checked weekly.

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Pools and spas in Idaho

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IDAPA 16.02.14, Rules Governing Construction and Operation of public swimming pools/spas

Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare rule (current text effective 3/15/2022) references the state plumbing/electrical codes and NSF 14/50; enforced by the 7 Public Health Districts.

Source: primary document

Who enforces it

Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare; enforced by the 7 regional Public Health Districts

Statewide layer. County and city amendments sit on top; the building view resolves them from your ZIP.

What changes next

In force

In force; chapter is up for 2026 zero-based-regulation legislative review

The federal layer

The federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (drain covers and anti-entrapment) applies to every public pool alongside the state rule below.

Questions about the public pool and spa rules in Idaho

Which public pool rules apply in Idaho today?

IDAPA 16.02.14, Rules Governing Construction and Operation of public swimming pools/spas. Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare rule (current text effective 3/15/2022) references the state plumbing/electrical codes and NSF 14/50; enforced by the 7 Public Health Districts.

Who enforces the public pool and spa rules in Idaho?

Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare; enforced by the 7 regional Public Health Districts.

What changes next for the public pool and spa rules in Idaho?

Nothing is scheduled. The rule above stays in force until the state adopts a newer edition or amends the program; AHJ Radar re-checks the source weekly.

Other areas in Idaho

Everything in force in Idaho

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